We continue our annual tradition of raising food and funds to ensure that all of our neighbors have a Thanksgiving meal and to support Connecticut Foodshare’s work all year long.
6,000
Our 6,000 volunteers make our work possible. Providing 46,000+ hours of their time.
650+
We partner with a network of 650 food pantries, meal programs, and mobile distribution sites.
44 Million
Last year, 44 million meals of healthy food was provided to our neighbors across Connecticut.
25,260
Households served monthly at mobile food pantries.
Connecticut Foodshare
We are creating a thriving community, free of hunger.
Our mission is to deliver an informed and equitable response to hunger by mobilizing community partners, volunteers, and supporters. Founded in 1982, Connecticut Foodshare is a member of the Feeding America nationwide network of food banks.
Connecticut Foodshare
Testimonials
"It’s important for me to share my story...I want people to know that it’s okay to need help every once in a while, it’s normal. More people struggle with food insecurity than we think. I want to help take away that stigma."
Isamar
Goodwin University
"We are glad you see us. I need healthy food options more now than ever. Someone is listening to the needs of this community's most vulnerable. Thank you."
Anonymous
"I started coming when the year started because I lost my job. Times are really hard but we are out here. I do what I have to do to get my family fed. It’s worth standing in the cold to get this for your family. It’s a blessing."
Eva
Neighbor who visits mobile food pantry
